About APFA
The Arkansas Plant Food Association (APFA) was founded in 1955 as the Arkansas Plant Food Education Society and has a long history of serving Arkansas agriculture. Today, APFA is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing responsible plant nutrition practices through education, collaboration, and industry leadership.
APFA works statewide to keep members informed, support agricultural programs, and partner with agricultural agencies—particularly the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture—to promote the effective, sustainable use of plant nutrition and lime. Through these efforts, APFA helps strengthen crop production, protect natural resources, and support long-term farm profitability.
Our Vision
Leading the future of productive, sustainable, and profitable crop nutrition.
Our Mission Statement
To support productive and sustainable agriculture by advancing education and best practices in plant nutrition, lime use, and crop management that improve yields, protect resources, and strengthen farm income.
Our Purpose
APFA exists to serve Arkansas agriculture by providing practical, science-based information on plant nutrition, lime use, and agronomic best practices. We support informed decision-making and encourage collaboration across the agricultural supply chain to improve crop performance and farm success.
Our Objectives
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Promote the dissemination of practical, research-based information on plant nutrition and lime application across crop systems
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Support sound agronomic and nutrient stewardship practices that improve productivity and sustainability
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Foster collaboration among retailers, wholesalers, consultants, producers, regulators, and industry partners
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Encourage broad industry participation by engaging fertilizer and lime professionals throughout Arkansas
